For every World Cup, I make it my goal to explore the city I live in, support local businesses I might not normally have a reason to go to and spend time with passionate communities.I’ve already found a few amazing spots around Denver, as every country has already played one game in the group stage. There’s places where you can hear people speaking in their mother tongues of Dutch, Spanish, Portuguese or Arabic. I’ve been showered in beer, met new people and have tried some delicious food inspired by the world.But not all places are the same. I’ve developed a ranking system over the years based on three metrics: the cost of food, the accessibility to television screens and the atmosphere created by the fans. My ideal watch spot has food at good value (inexpensive, delicious and decently portioned) and fans who are crazy in love with the game. I also really like seeing the screens without having to constantly move my head or having glaring sun against it. I don’t mind being packed in but I also don’t love being crushed by crowds.
These are all personal opinions so don’t come after me. This is my article and these are my rules. We’re good sports here.Still, having a low score doesn’t mean I didn’t have a good time. Nor does having a high score mean I did.
It’s a really special year that the World Cup is here in North America. Denver might not have been selected as a host city, but that energy is still here, spread across the entire area. I encourage everyone to go out to watch a game with your community or join in with other communities…